Service disruptions

Posted: November 3, 2022

Categories: Construction

Location: University Crescent

Overview: Due to an urgent repair, chilled water renewal is taking place in the median of University Cres. at Dafoe Rd. (see map). The U-Turn lane will be closed throughout construction and the left lane, northbound University Cres., at the intersection of Dafoe Rd. will be closed. 
Boulevard restoration following road reconstruction is ongoing and partial lane closures can be expected along University Cres. through the fall. Remaining deficiency work will reconvene in Spring 2023.
Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Please plan accordingly. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
City of Winnipeg road construction on University Cres. from Thatcher Dr. to Pembina Highway will commence mid-July. Please (see map) for information and visit City of Winnipeg Public Works for more detail on phasing and timelines. Expect delays. Questions or concerns regarding City of Winnipeg road construction can be directed to 311. Also see UM Today story for additional information and suggested alternate routes.

Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Vanessa Jukes Strutt (204) 996-5489.

Posted: September 7, 2022                

Location(s): Level 000, Rms. A013 & A014

Timeframe (est.): Monday, September 19, 2022 through ~Monday, January 30, 2023

Category: Building Maintenance & Construction – Washroom Renovation

Overview: The Chown Level 000 Washrooms in Rooms A013 and A014 in Chown Building will be closed for renovation starting Monday, September 19, 2022 with a projected re-opening of Monday, January 30, 2023.  Alternate building washrooms are located on L200. 

Questions/concerns, please contact Jordan Chappell, Project Manager, at (431) 334-9228,

Posted: September 8, 2022                

Location(s):  South/Main Atrium Building Entrance 

Timeframe (est.):  Friday, Sept 9th until further notice

Category:  Building Maintenance & Construction – Brodie Centre – Atrium Sliding Doors Replacement Project

Overview:  Please be aware that afterhours access through the Brodie Atrium South Sliding Doors will be offline until further notice due to technical issues with the card reader interconnection.  For all required afterhours access please make use of the Brodie East entrance (near old emergency & Brodie Bike Compound).   Atrium Doors will be in operation during regular hours. 

Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed towards Richard Chaput, (204) 770-3796. 

Posted: September 21, 2022                

Location(s): All of Building (Zone 4)

Timeframe (Est): Effective Immediately until Further Advised

Category: Domestic Hot & Cold Water Shutdown

Overview: Effective immediately the Domestic Hot & Cold Water and Washrooms are closed to All of Building (Zone 4) to accommodate Emergency Sewer Line Repairs; duration of the water shutdown will be until further advised.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Kelly Thomas, 204-770-3795.

Posted: September 29, 2022                

Location(s): Chilled Water for building cooling

Timeframe (Est): Starting October 11th, 2022

Category: Chilled water Seasonal Shutdown   

Overview: Starting October 11th, 2022, Physical Plant will start shutting down chilled water to the Fort Garry Campus in preparation for the winter season. This will mean that building cooling will not be available in most areas. 

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Operations and Maintenance, Customer Service Desk, 204-474-6281.

Posted: September 29, 2022                

Location(s): Passenger Elevator

Timeframe (Est): Starting October 10th, 2022 - until further notice

Category: Elevator Shutdown  

Overview: Frank Kennedy elevator will be out of service for replacement starting Monday, Oct 10th, 2022, continuously until further notice.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Anish Gaur, 431-335-7826.

Posted: October 14, 2022                

Location(s): Washrooms 110A and 110B

Timeframe (Est): October 17th , 2022   - Starting at 5:00 PM until approximately January 20th, 2023

Category: Washroom shutdown 

Overview: Washrooms 110A and 110B will be Out of Service starting end of day October 17th at 5:00pm.
Abatement work will be taking place the evening of October 17th with construction starting up in full October 24th until January 20th, 2022. (Pending any delays). Men’s Washroom will not be affected and Female Washroom in the changeroom off corridor 115 will be available. 

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Lynn Garbald, 431-277-0933.  

Posted: November 3, 2022                

Location(s): Fort Garry Campus 

Timeframe (Est): November 3rd ,  2022 – 12:30 PM until repairs are complete  

Category: Chilled Water System repair  

Overview: Please be advised that work is taking place on the Chilled Water System in the median of University Cres. at Dafoe Rd. All impacted facilities have been notified, which include Animal Science/Entomology, Welcome Centre, Environmental Safety Building and the Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research. There should be no disruption to services and building operations. The work is to address an urgent repair and the timeline for construction is unknown at this time. We are anticipating at least a week of work and will follow up with updates as required.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Vanessa Jukes Strutt, 204-996-5489. 

Posted: November 18, 2022                

Location(s): Complete Reverse Osmosis System

Timeframe (est): December 13th, 2022 starting at 8:00 AM until December 15th, 2022 ending at 3:00 PM

Category: Reverse Osmosis Water System Annual Sanitation   

Overview: Physical Plant will be performing a shutdown of the Reverse Osmosis water system at the Fort Garry Campus to conduct sanitation maintenance. Reverse Osmosis water will not be available at this time. Users are asked to store water in advance if required. Domestic hot and cold water will not be affected. 

              
Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Greg Kowk, 204-272-1513.

Posted: November 22, 2022                

Location(s): Elevator Wheelchair Lift

Timeframe (Est): November 22nd, 2022 – until further notice

Category: Elevator Wheelchair Lift

Overview: November 22nd, 2022 – Please be advised that the wheelchair lift in the Tier Tunnel will be down until further notice, awaiting parts, with an anticipated return to service day of Friday, November 25th.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Physical Plant.

Posted: November 23, 2022                

Location: Entire Bldg.

Timeframe: Wednesday 11/23/22 to Friday12/02/22 between the hours of  6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Category: Annual Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Inspections

Overview: Please be advised Physical Plant Staff will be doing fire alarm testing Wednesday 11/23/22 to Friday12/02/22 between the hours of  6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
During the fire alarm audible test from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. the fire bells/horns will be pulsed for 5 seconds repetitively. It is important to note that if a true fire alarm happens to coincide with fire alarm testing, fire bells/horns will stop pulsing and will ring continuously, thereby indicating that you must exit the building and follow established evacuation procedures. Once again, pulsating fire alarm bells/horns indicate legislated, fire alarm testing by Physical Plant and do not require evacuation. Vipond Sprinkler Technicians will be entering all rooms to inspect the sprinkler systems.

Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green, 204-272-3078.

Posted: November 23, 2022                

Location: Entire Building 
Timeframe: Wednesday 11/23/22 to Monday 11/28/22 from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m

Category: Annual Fire Alarm / Sprinkler Inspection

Overview: : Audible alarms will be tested between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. please evacuate the building on any alarm after 8:00 a.m. During the fire alarm audible testing fire bells/horns will be pulsed for 5 seconds repetitively. It is important to note that if a true fire alarm coincides with the fire alarm audible testing the fire bells/horns will stop pulsing and will ring continuously, thereby indicating that you must exit the building and follow established evacuation procedures.  Vipond Sprinkler Technicians will be entering all rooms to inspect the sprinkler systems.

Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green, 204-272-3078.

Posted: November 24, 2022                

Location(s): Level 200 
Timeframe (Est): November 28th at 8:00 AM until Dec 2nd, 2022 at 4:00 PM – continuous shutdown 
Category: Domestic Hot and Cold Water Shutdown /Fire alarm Shutdown  
Overview: Nov 28th , 2022 to Dec 2nd, 2022 – Elizabeth Dafoe Library – Domestic Hot and Cold water to the following rooms will be shut off for this period: all Level 200 washrooms, Room 208 lounge, Room 311 washroom.  Washrooms listed will be closed during this time. There will be washrooms available on all levels,  with the exception of Level 200.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Jordan Chappell, 431-334-9228.